English language arts for 6th grade (page 8)
Reading, writing, phonics and language.
- Poetry rubricPrintable
A free poetry rubric in three grade bands (K–2, 3–5, 6–8): imagery, word choice, form, sound and rhythm, and revision. Rhyme is never required.
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- Journal entry rubricPrintable
A free journal entry rubric in three grade bands (K–2, 3–5, 6–8) for journals and learning logs: getting started, reflection, details, honesty about what was hard.
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- Letter writing rubricPrintable
A free letter writing rubric in three grade bands (K–2, 3–5, 6–8) for friendly and formal letters: parts of a letter, purpose, audience, tone and conventions.
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- Saving Money and Interest: 6th grade reading passage with questionsReading
A nonfiction passage about saving and interest for 6th grade, 197 words, with five comprehension questions, an answer key and vocabulary. Print it or read it big.
- Biography rubricPrintable
A free biography report rubric in three grade bands (K–2, 3–5, 6–8): sources, key life events in order, why the person matters, and writing in your own words.
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- The Pinhole Camera: 6th grade reading passage with questionsReading
A nonfiction passage about light and cameras for 6th grade, 237 words, with five comprehension questions, an answer key and vocabulary. Print it or read it big.
- Handwriting rubricPrintable
A free handwriting rubric in three grade bands (K–2, 3–5, 6–8): letter formation, size, spacing, line use and legibility, with cursive and speed for older students.
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- How Glaciers Shape the Land: 6th grade reading passage with questionsReading
A nonfiction passage about glaciers for 6th grade, 233 words, with five comprehension questions, an answer key and vocabulary. Print it or read it big.
- Spelling test rubricPrintable
A free spelling rubric in three grade bands (K–2, 3–5, 6–8) for tests and writing: spelling patterns, high-frequency words, applying patterns, and self-checking.
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- What Happens When You Sleep: 6th grade reading passage with questionsReading
A nonfiction passage about sleep and the brain for 6th grade, 229 words, with five comprehension questions, an answer key and vocabulary. Print it or read it big.
- Reading aloud rubricPrintable
A free reading aloud rubric in three grade bands (K–2, 3–5, 6–8): accuracy, phrasing, expression, pace and volume. Accent and home language are never scored.
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- The Snapped String: 6th grade reading passage with questionsReading
A fiction passage about a recital problem for 6th grade, 277 words, with five comprehension questions, an answer key and vocabulary. Print it or read it big.
- Grandma's Soup Card: 6th grade reading passage with questionsReading
A fiction passage about a family recipe for 6th grade, 259 words, with five comprehension questions, an answer key and vocabulary. Print it or read it big.
- Lab report rubricPrintable
A free lab report rubric in three grade bands (K–2, 3–5, 6–8): question, hypothesis, procedure, data, analysis and conclusion, ready to print or edit.
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- The Substitute Goalie: 6th grade reading passage with questionsReading
A fiction passage about a soccer game for 6th grade, 287 words, with five comprehension questions, an answer key and vocabulary. Print it or read it big.
- Timeline rubricPrintable
A free timeline project rubric in three grade bands (K–2, 3–5, 6–8): order, accurate dates, spacing or scale, explanations and visuals.
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- Map project rubricPrintable
A free map project rubric in three grade bands (K–2, 3–5, 6–8): title, key, compass rose, labels, scale, accuracy and neatness.
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- Reading a Map Scale: 6th grade reading passage with questionsReading
A nonfiction passage about map scales for 6th grade, 241 words, with five comprehension questions, an answer key and vocabulary. Print it or read it big.
- Diorama rubricPrintable
A free diorama and 3D model rubric in three grade bands (K–2, 3–5, 6–8): the scene, accurate details, labels, craftsmanship and effort.
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- Why Ice Floats: 6th grade reading passage with questionsReading
A nonfiction passage about water and ice for 6th grade, 215 words, with five comprehension questions, an answer key and vocabulary. Print it or read it big.
- How a Thermos Keeps Drinks Hot: 6th grade reading passage with questionsReading
A nonfiction passage about heat transfer for 6th grade, 219 words, with five comprehension questions, an answer key and vocabulary. Print it or read it big.
- Slideshow rubricPrintable
A free slideshow rubric in three grade bands (K–2, 3–5, 6–8): one idea a slide, readable text, helpful images, sources and design.
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- Unit Prices and Better Buys: 6th grade reading passage with questionsReading
A nonfiction passage about shopping math for 6th grade, 217 words, with five comprehension questions, an answer key and vocabulary. Print it or read it big.
- Video project rubricPrintable
A free video project rubric in three grade bands (K–2, 3–5, 6–8): storyboard, clear message, audio, editing and credits for sources.
Checked 2026-10-30